Denmark Cruises: Sailings, Embarkations & Ports of Call
70 ships from 27 cruise lines
Denmark cruises at a glance
Waterways Cruise lists 494 upcoming sailings on 70 ships from 27 cruise lines visiting Denmark, calling at 10 places. Cruises can start in Copenhagen and end in Copenhagen. Of 494 upcoming sailings, 166 start in Denmark and 158 end there. More Northern Europe & the Baltics cruises.
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Compare Denmark cruise lines
See every Denmark cruise line by ocean and river and by ultra-luxury, luxury, premium and contemporary style, with fares, cruise lengths, ships and ports.
About Denmark
Denmark rewards travelers who trade rushed sightseeing for quiet neighborhoods, harbor baths, and cycling along fjords. For the American who fears being herded, Copenhagen is a civilized gateway, but the real Denmark lies in smaller port towns like Skagen and Rønne, where Viking history, modern design, and hygge meet without crowds. Use this package to plan port calls, independent excursions, and honest expectations about Denmark's short summer season.
Typical routes
- Baltic Capitals Circle — Copenhagen, Stockholm, Helsinki, Tallinn, and often Gdansk or St. Petersburg; usually 10–14 nights.
- Danish Coast & Islands — Smaller ships call at Aarhus, Aalborg, Skagen, Rønne, and Helsingør for a deeper look at Jutland and Bornholm.
Ports overview
Denmark's cruise calls are mostly on Baltic Sea itineraries, with Copenhagen as the dominant turnaround and homeport. Smaller western and northern Danish ports are visited by expedition and boutique ships looking for authentic, less-visited stops.
Cruise season
May through September; July and August are warmest and busiest. May and September offer lighter crowds and still-good weather, though some attractions close earlier.
Find your Denmark sailing
Upcoming sailings calling at Denmark, earliest departure first.
11 Days One-Way from Copenhagen to Helsinki
Starts in Denmark. Also visits Germany, Sweden, Poland
Oceania Insignia
10 Days One-Way from Kiel to Hamburg
Visits Denmark. Also visits Germany, Finland, Estonia
Queen Victoria
29 Days One-Way from Copenhagen to Boston
Starts in Denmark. Also visits Sweden, Finland, Estonia
Caribbean Princess
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15 Days Hamburg, Germany Round Trip
Visits Denmark. Also visits Germany, United Kingdom, Norway
MSC Explora 4
10 Days One-Way from Hamburg to Copenhagen
Ends in Denmark. Also visits Germany, United Kingdom, Norway
MSC Explora 4
10 Days One-Way from Copenhagen to Reykjavik
Starts in Denmark. Also visits Norway, Iceland
Ritz-Carlton Evrima
9 Days One-Way from Copenhagen to Fredrikstad
Starts in Denmark. Also visits Sweden, Norway
Le Champlain
15 Days Southampton, United Kingdom Round Trip
Visits Denmark. Also visits United Kingdom, Norway, Sweden
MSC Explora 4
43 Days One-Way from Southampton to New York
Visits Denmark. Also visits United Kingdom, Norway, Sweden
MSC Explora 4
19 Days One-Way from Dover to Copenhagen
Ends in Denmark. Also visits United Kingdom, Belgium, Norway
Seabourn Quest
29 Days One-Way from Dover to Reykjavik
Visits Denmark. Also visits United Kingdom, Belgium, Norway
Seabourn Quest
8 Days One-Way from Dover to Copenhagen
Ends in Denmark. Also visits United Kingdom, Belgium, Norway
Seabourn Quest
Where Denmark cruises start and end
Embarkation ports (1)
Copenhagen (466) (cruises from)
Disembarkation ports (1)
Copenhagen (466)
Ships by type: 63 ocean 3 river 6 expedition 1 ro-pax ferry · a ship that visits several places here is counted once; an expedition ship that also sails as an ocean ship appears under both types.
Plan your Denmark cruise
Denmark cruise port guide
Cruise ports, what to see, history and practical advice.
Denmark cruise port guide →Frequently asked questions about Denmark cruises
How many places do cruises visit in Denmark?
10 Denmark places are visited by 70 ships from 27 cruise lines.
When is the best time to take a Denmark cruise?
May through September; July and August are warmest and busiest. May and September offer lighter crowds and still-good weather, though some attractions close earlier.
Sources and further reading
Background on Denmark draws on these references. Sailing, fare and port data come from cruise line itineraries and are refreshed regularly.
- VisitDenmark: Official tourism site for Denmark
- denmark.dk: Official facts about Denmark
- UNESCO World Heritage Centre: Denmark - Properties inscribed on the World Heritage List
- Cruise Europe: Denmark cruise destinations
- Encyclopaedia Britannica: Denmark
Created by the Waterways Cruise content team and reviewed and fact-checked by J. Richard, Sr. Cruise Travel Agent and Founder of Waterways Cruise.
Published September 9, 2026 · Last updated October 31, 2026
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